Questions tagged [tripod]
A tripod is a piece of photographic equipment designed to prevent camera movement and support the weight of a camera. A tripod consists of 3 legs(compared to a bipod or monopod) which stand on the ground and have a camera mount on top.
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Tightening Manfrotto Ball Head
I have Manfotto Compact Ball Head that I love but it is getting to the point to where I can't tighten it enough to keep my camera steady.
When I tighten it, the joints of the tripod interfere with ...
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How can I make it so my tripod's camera holder isn't loose and floppy?
I obtained a tripod awhile ago, but have only recently begun to use it. My problem with it is that the camera top is, as the title says, loose and floppy. The base legs, and such adjustments, work ...
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How much does weight affect the stability of a tripod?
I have a pretty light and flimsy tripod that's rubbish for anything that requires any sort of stability, for example long exposure shots. I'd like to upgrade but I'm unsure of how much weight directly ...
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How do I select a tripod ball head? [duplicate]
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What qualities should be looked for in a ball head before purchasing one?
I recently purchased a tripod, however I didn't realize that it didn't come with a ball head. I am (...
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Does anyone have experience with Vanguard tripods?
I'm looking at buying my first tripod for my D7000 and don't have a lot of cash. What I do have is some REI gift cards and they carry Vanguard tripods.
I haven't been able to find an abundance of ...
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For landscape photography in potentially harsh climates, are traditional twist-action tripod legs preferable to quick-release? [duplicate]
I'm a relatively new landscape photographer and long-time user of a tripod with quick-release plastic clasps on the legs (I've owned this specific tripod base for around 10 years).
On a recent trip, ...
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Will Joby Gorillapod SLR Zoom work with mirrorless Olympus EM10?
I looked at the Joby Gorillapod Hybrid, which lists mirrorless support but would only hold 1kg. The SLR Zoom would hold 3kg which I prefer. However, it only lists DSLRs as supported. Will it work with ...
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Tripod With Horizontal Attachment
I want to take photos with a tripod that allows the camera to be angled at 90 degrees to the horizontal.
I was looking to purchase this http://www.amazon.co.uk/Manfrotto-Aluminium-Section-Tripod-...
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Are there any tripods specially designed for sub-zero temperatures?
I enjoy taking winter photos and lately the colder it's been the more I liked the results. The last 3 times I've been out shooting it was between -20C to -30C and windy, so probably colder with the ...
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What's the difference between "rapid" and non-rapid Feisol tripods?
Currently, I've set my eyes on the Feisol 3442 tripod. But can someone tell me what the difference between the rapid and non-rapid is? The price difference of the two where I live is $100, and I want ...
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How to reduce shake at high focal lengths {2600mm-3900mm with adapters} when on a tripod?
I have a Nikon DIGITAL DSLR 650 1300mm zoom lens. In honour of this, I bought a Zomei tripod which is of good quality but even so, the slightest breath of wind makes the lens shake, and at such high ...
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Lens and tripod for deep space photography
I'm interested in deep space astro-photography, especially galaxies and nebulae. I wonder what is the best way to obtain a very good quality, at a decent price :
A small telescope with a very good ...
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How much should Load Capacity influence my buying decision for Tripod Legs for a Large Telephoto Lens?
I have seen a few questions about Tripods and Large Format Lenses but nothing specifically addressing how weight capacity will affect stabilization.
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Will moldable play foam work in a camera bean bag?
I'm making my own bean bag and was going to experiment with moldable play foam something like this, as it's very lightweight and holds a shape nicely. I'm wondering if anyone can alert me to any ...
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Could you recommend an under-$30 tripod for a DSLR?
I have look at Tripod that is mobile yet sturdy and light but that discusses expensive tripods.
I want something cheaper (under $30). I checked some on Amazon. Which one would you recommend, ...
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What are the types of camera supports, and when to use which?
What are the types of pods and which pod is suitable for which situation?
Is there a camera holder which can be curled around the shoulders and neck?
What are the pros and cons of them all?
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Which tripod should I get for macro photography?
I'm currently looking for a good tripod for (mostly) macro photography and other kind of photography as well. I own a Canon EOS DSLR. Which tripod should I consider?
There are many on sale, but I'm ...
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How can I ensure that a lens is pointing absolutely vertically downwards?
My uncle makes models of all sorts of things. To help him, he uses his camera(s) as scanners by photographing his various bits, and then performing further CAD on the resultant images. These models ...
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Can a tripod head be left always on, or should it be taken off when not in use?
Do tripod owners break down the tripod between uses? I'm imagining going on a flight or something and breaking it down into legs + head, rather than assembled 100% of the time.
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What am I losing by going with a Gorillapod rather than a traditional tripod?
I own a Sony NEX-5R, and use it heavily for low-light photography, with a Gorillapod. I used to use a Gorillapod with a point-and-shoot, so when I upgraded to the NEX, I stuck to the Gorillapod (...
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How can I make my heavy lens tripod setup usable for my non-heavy lenses?
About a year ago I invested in a new setup, consisting of a Nikon D7000, kit lens, and a Sigma 150-500mm for my main interest: wildlife photography. Although I'm not a big fan of tripods, I also got ...
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Where could I get a tripod for panoramas on iPhone?
I'm interested in taking great panoramic views.
Photosynth on the iPhone looks pretty cool, but I'd like great looking images so I'm in need of a tripod.
I've seen this one http://www.youtube.com/...
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Separate tripod head mount type
While cleaning up I found an old tripod that I nog longer use because at some point the head broke off. However, it seems very nuch like a new head can be attached to it. I'm no photography hardware ...
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What support system do I use to keep a telephoto lens stable?
At the moment I use Manfrotto 055XPROB Pro Tripod with Photo/Video Pan and Tilt Head 391RC2 to hold Canon EF 100-400mm lens. Even though in most cases this is stable, on the extreme end I do get blur.
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How to extend the camera horizontally when shooting from a balcony on a tripod?
I would like to shoot a timelapse from a balcony, with the camera facing at a 90-degree angle towards the ground. Given that the balcony has railings, I need to find a way to extend the camera ...
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What do I need in order to mount my zoom lens onto a tripod?
I just purchased a cheap Opteka zoom lens and it is super long -- over two feet when fully elongated. It has built-in a tripod mount and I have no idea how to use it.
I currently own a Vanguard ...
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Is it possible to get a larger screen for live view, for precise manual focus?
I've been doing some test macro shots lately and it's been a pain to focus sharp. The macro lens already minimizes DoF and makes things hard but I've been thinking of an external screen that I can pan/...
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Which kinds of tripod heads are suitable for panoramic photography?
I'm looking to buy a tripod, but unsure which heads fit my usecase and my budget of about €250. Specifically, the usecase split between panoramic, 'regular travel' and macro photography, with ...
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Does the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FT2/TS2 have a tripod mount?
I'm looking at buying this camera, but can't find any specs or pictures that indicate whether there is a tripod mount. Does anyone know?
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Reason for slanting in an arc on the far left and right when panning on a tripod?
I use a full-frame camera with a ball head (with panning base) on a tripod, to take multiple shots (e.g. 6 positions from left to right) to stitch into a panoramic photo. Typically, I'm shooting at ...
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How to balance Canon 750D with 70-300mm lens on a small tripod?
I have ordered a Neewer 50 cm (20 inch) mini tripod for my Canon 750D and EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS II USM lens. The tripod is suitable for up to 5 kg. However, I am not sure that the weight is the ...
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How to take 2 photos of the same scene and keep them registered
I am attempting to take 2 photos of the same scene with different settings and would like for them to be as aligned as reasonably possible. I'm doing the following to help in that goal:
I'm keeping ...
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What are the advantages of a carbon-fibre tripod with more leg sections?
I have to replace my old tripod with a new one. To better compare the different models in terms of quality, manufacturer, reliability, I selected two models from the same producer (Manfrotto):
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Lumia 1020 with a camera grip mounted on a tripod - will it shake when I press the shutter?
I'm planning to buy a camera grip for my Lumia 1020. However, I'm little worried that when I press the shutter key manually by hand, while my lumia is mounted on a tripod, this can cause the phone to ...
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Are a carbon fibre tripod heavy enough to carry a gimbal?
I want to buy a tripod and a gimbal head to shoot birds in flight. I want to buy the TMA37AL Mach3 Serie 3 aluminium Benro tripod or the TMA38CL Mach3 Serie 3 carbon fibre Benro tripod. And for gimbal ...
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Arca-Swiss Z1 SP quick set options
I'm considering Arca-Swiss Z1 SP but I don't fully understand different options for quick release mechanism. There are three different options:
MonoballFix
FlipLock
Classic
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The Purpose of the Length of a Tripod Plate
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I'm debating on getting a tripod plate for a Nikon 400mm f3.5.
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For a teleprime such as mine, is there such as a thing as a right "length?" Kirk lists one that looks shorter than ...
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How to measure angle of tilt of a camera on a tripod?
I am dabbling with some product photography and since camera angles are so important the natural question I've is how does one precisely measure the angle of tilt of the camera on a tripod.
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Is there a tripod calculator program or website?
Is there any program or online website that can recommend tripods based on a given lens and camera body?
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Why doesn't my tripod ball head fit properly on the legs any more?
I've a tripod ball head (Manfroto 496RC2) which used to fit perfectly with a tripod legs (Trax travelpod 480A) that I had. I removed the head a couple of days back and now I'm trying to reattach them ...
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Can you shoot a long-term timelapse by just remembering your settings and going back to the same spot?
Time lapses are usually achieved by having a stationary camera and an intervalometer in a fixed position. However a friend of mine challenged me if it's possible to shoot on the same spot without a ...
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Choosing Tripod Based on Load Capacity?
I'm looking to purchase a new tripod, but I wanted to make sure that it is reasonably future proof (assuming that the largest lens I ever buy would be the Canon 70-200mm f2.8 IS II). Under the ...
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Does tripod's load capacity include the use of stone bag/weight bag too?
Does tripod's load capacity include the use of stone bag/weight bag too? should I consider the weight that I may hang from the tripod as part of tripod's load capacity?
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What company makes video tripods with an oval logo containing a (not exactly Nike-like) "swoosh" curve? [closed]
I am hoping somebody can help me out with this tripod, I know its a video tripod but I don't know any of the specs or maker. I would love to know what kind it is. When the tripod is collapsed it ...
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Is the Arca Swiss Z1 compatible with Kirk brackets
Does anyone know if that Arca Swiss Z1 ball head top plate is compatible with the Kirk angle-bracket?
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What is this plastic ring called on a tripod and can I get a replacement?
I have a Hama Compact Traveller Tripod in which the plastic ring that inserts where the tripod head and metal tube goes is broken. Is it possible to get a replacement for this as I do not wish to ...
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Tripod size for an iPhone to take self photos, if I'm about 6 ft?
I noticed almost every iPhone tripod which sells on Amazon is about 50".
I need to shoot photos or videos of myself when I'm standing. I imagine the position of the camera should be about 62"...
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What is the basic gear for astrophotography?
I have a Canon 60D and would like to start doing some astrophotography and/or time-lapses of the Milky Way.
I know I need to buy a special tripod, one with either ecuatorial mount or a computer ...
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When and where do you need to use a tripod?
I am looking into use cases where the use of a tripod is very effective or necessary.
Though in theory every possible shot can be taken with the help of tripod, in real life I do not think that is ...
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Which tripod apex material reduces vibrations better, magnesium or aluminum?
One or the other material is used in the top part of photography carbon fiber tripods.
But which is better for damping vibration, a magnesium cast or an aluminum alloy?
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